1972 AC 428 vs. 1962 Austin A 90
To start off, 1972 AC 428 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AC 428 | 1962 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | 428 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |